Art Talk Tuesdays: Seniors: 55+

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Art Talk Tuesdays is an opportunity to gather in an intimate setting at the MacKenzie Art Gallery to learn about art and art history, meet new friends and exchange ideas. We will begin each drop-in session in the Gallery as we meet around one work of art found in the current exhibitions. Our Coordinator of Learning Initiatives will host conversations about the artwork, sharing stories and contextual information. Participants are encouraged to draw or write ideas during the discussion. These visual and written notes help us gain a deeper understanding of the artwork by recalling memories and generating new ideas.

After our time in the exhibition space, our session will move to Craft Services by Crave Cafe, located inside the MacKenzie Art Gallery, for tea and coffee, as we continue our lively conversation in a relaxed setting.

Dates: January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5 and June 2 (first Tuesday of the month)

Time: 9:30-11:00 AM

Age range: 55+

Materials: Participants are encouraged to bring their own sketchbook and pencil or use the materials supplied. The use of materials is not mandatory, but they are helpful for some viewers.

Fee: This drop-in program is free of charge. No registration is required. 

Drawn from the Vault: Watercolours

A watercolor painting of a calm lakeshore with reeds in the foreground, a distant treeline, and a sky filled with soft, wispy clouds—perfect inspiration for art Classes & Workshops.

Dorothy Knowles, Reeds at Murray Point, 1992, watercolour.

In this workshop, we will take inspiration from Dorothy Knowles, 1992, watercolour, Reeds at Murray Point.  We will experiment with “wet on wet” and “wet on dry” techniques to create a prairie landscape. 

Afternoon Workshop: October 22, 2025 | 1:30–3:30 PM

Evening Workshop: October 23, 2025 | 6:30–8:30 PM **SOLD OUT**

Fee: $25 per workshop *

*  The MacKenzie Art Gallery is committed to removing barriers to participation. Pay-what-you-will registration is available. To access these spots, please contact us at the information below. We are happy to register you at a workshop rate that works for you.

** Members save 20% on this workshop.

Maximum participants: 10

 Age range: 18 +

Register now for Oct 22 workshop

Drawn from the Vault: February 2026

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**SOLD OUT**

Drawn from the Vault: February 2026 is an opportunity to escape the cold in a fun and immersive 4-day workshop experience for children ages 8 –12.  As we investigate original works of art from our permanent collection or current exhibitions by artists Carl Beam, Dorothy Knowles, Sherry Farrell Racette and Art McKay, we will sample a variety of media from acrylics, clay, gouache and more to explore a range of creative possibilities.  

Do you know a child who loves to explore and make art? This workshop is for them.  

Dates: February 17-20, 2026  | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Fee: $150*

* The MacKenzie Art Gallery is committed to removing barriers to participation. Pay-what-you-will registration is available. To access these spots, please contact us at the information below. We are happy to register you at a workshop rate that works for you.

Maximum participants: 10

 Age range: 8-12

Register now for the 4-day workshop

Drawn From the Vault Workshops

Drawn from the Vault: Ages 10–12

In this workshop, we will look at the art of Carl Beam, Reta Cowley, Roger Ing and Tony Urquhart. Through these artworks, we’ll explore printmaking, watercolours, mixed media, sketching and sculpture. 

Dates: July 8–11, 2025

Time: 9 AM–12 PM

Fee: $150 

Maximum participants: 10 

Age range: 10 – 12 yrs

Drawn from the Vault: Ages 10-12 is an opportunity to release your inner artist in a fun and immersive workshop experience. Our goal is to help young people begin a journey of creativity by understanding their voice as an artist. As we investigate four original works of art from our permanent collection, we will sample a variety of media to explore a range of creative possibilities.

Do you know a child who loves to explore and make art? This workshop is for them.

register now for Oct 22 workshop
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Drawn from the Vault: Ages 7–9

In this workshop, we will look at the art of Carl Beam, Reta Cowley, Roger Ing and Tony Urquhart. Through these artworks we’ll explore print making, watercolours, mixed media, sketching and sculpture. 

Dates: July 15–18, 2025 

Time: 9 AM–12 PM

Fee: $150 

Maximum participants: 10 

Age range: 7–9 yrs

Drawn from the Vault: Ages 7-9 is an opportunity to release your inner artist in a fun and immersive workshop experience. Our goal is to help young people begin a journey of creativity by understanding their voice as an artist. As we investigate four original works of art from our permanent collection, we will sample a variety of media to explore a range of creative possibilities.  

Do you know a child who loves to explore and make art? This workshop is for them.  

register now
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A young girl with a yellow headband sits at a table, concentrating on an art project during Classes & Workshops. Paint, brushes, and craft supplies are scattered around as an adult’s hands work nearby in the busy art room.
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Instructor

Ken Duczek

Bio: As a long-time MacKenzie staff member and educator, Ken has toured exhibitions of original art extensively throughout Saskatchewan. His passion for sharing and creating art with people has led to approximately 800 community visits, 7,200 exhibition tours with well over 175,000 participants. Ken loves to encourage people to pursue their creativity as they grow as makers and contributors in their community. 

Contact: Please reach out to Ken Duczek for all inquiries concerning this workshop.

Phone: (306) 584-4250 ext.4290

Email: kduczek@mackenzie.art

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